Directions: To drive safely in Idaho, you need good eyesight and coordination, a sound knowledge and understanding of Idaho’s traffic laws, understanding of road signs, common sense and skill in handling your vehicle in any given situation.Your understanding of highway signs and markings, traffic laws and safe driving practices will be tested.

The knowledge test for your permit is based on information contained in this driver’s manual. To pass the knowledge test, you must demonstrate a basic understanding of Idaho traffic laws.

The Knowledge tests include 40 multiple choice questions

If you answer at least 34 questions correctly from the sample tests provided here you will be well prepared to take the knowledge test for your permit.

Number of tests:	24
Number of questions:	40
Passing score:	34

Avoid sudden stops.
Before stopping, check your mirrors and blind spots for traffic.
Release the gas pedal and let your vehicle slow before applying the brakes.
All of the above.

Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.
Should slow to a stop, if it is safe to do so.
May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
Have the right-of-way and may expect oncoming traffic to stop for them.

On an incline.
At an intersection.
At a stop sign.
At a toll plaza.

A bad driving habit.
A good driving habit.
Unnecessary.
Not necessary if you use the rearview mirror.

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Idaho driver's examination

How can you help prevent rear-end collisions?

When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow arrow, drivers:

Allow a larger space cushion than usual when stopping:

The act of turning your head and checking your blind spot before changing lanes, driving away from a curb, or merging your vehicle into traffic is:

This road sign means:

When approaching a railroad crossing warning sign:

When approaching a flashing yellow light, drivers should:

This road sign means:

Roundabout ahead.
No passing zone.
Left turn yield on green.
Traffic signal ahead.

Be ready to drive faster than the train.
Be prepared to stop if a train is nearby.
Look for a way around any lowered gates.
Assume no trains are nearby and continue driving normally.

Increase their speed.
Come to a complete stop.
Turn on their headlights.
Slow down and proceed with caution.

School crossing.
Pedestrian crossing.
Jogging trail.
Busy sidewalk.